steering HONDA PASSPORT 2002 2.G Owner's Guide

196Care and Maintenance
Front (4
WD Only) and
Rear Propeller Shaft 222
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Exhaust System 222
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Fuel Line and Fuel
Tank/Cap 222
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Drive Belt 222
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Timing Belt 222
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Valve Clearance 222
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Spark Plugs 223
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Clutch 223
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Fluid or Lubricant Levels 223
Power Steering 223
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Wheel Alignment 224
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Exterior 224 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washing Your Vehicle 224
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Polishing and Waxing
Your Vehicle 224
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Protection of Exterior
Bright Metal Parts 224
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Care of Aluminum Wheels 224Foreign Material Deposits
224
Finish Damage 225
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Corrosion Protection 225
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Sheet Metal Damage 225
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Underbody Maintenance 225
Interior 226 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Basic Steps
Before Cleaning 226
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Cleaning Fabric 227
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Cleaning General Soilage
or Water Spots From
Fabric Trim 227
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Spot Cleaning Fabric
With Solvent Cleaner 227
Removal of
Specific Stains 228
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Cleaning Vinyl
or Leather Trim 229
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Seat Belt Care 229
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Cleaning Glass Surfaces 230
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197Care and Maintenance
Fuel Fill Cap
To remove the fuel fill cap, turn it
counterclockwise. To close the fill
cap, turn it clockwise until you
hear it click at least three times.
Put the fuel fill cap in the cap
holder while refueling.
If you need a replacement, use only
a genuine Honda fuel fill cap. An
improper fuel fill cap can affect the
fuel system, the emissions system,
and allow fuel spillage.
Component Locations
WINDSHIELD
WASHER
RESERVOIRBATTERY RADIATOR CAP
ENGINE OIL
FILLER CAP
AIR CLEANER
ENGINE
OIL DIPSTICK
BRAKE MASTER
CYLINDER
RESERVOIRPOWER
STEERING
RESERVOIR
RADIATOR
RESERVE
TANK
CLUTCH MASTER
CYLINDER
RESERVOIR
Service Station Information

•
•Repeated short trips in cold weather
• Driving in dusty areas •
Frequent idling and/or frequent low-speed operation
• Towing a trailer Change engine oil and filter
–Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km)
or 3 months
Change rear axle oil –Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km)
205Care and Maintenance
R – Replace L – Lube I – Inspect After inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary.
Service at the interval listed x1 000 il ( k ) ft th tx 1,000 miles7.51522.53037.54552.56067.57582.59097.5105Service at the interval listed x1,000 miles (or km) or after thatnumber of months whicheverx 1,000 km1224364860728496108120132144156168number of months, whichever
comes first.months612182430364248546066727884
Steering and suspension, miscellaneousFront and rear axle oilRRRRPropeller shaft flange torqueIIIIIII
Front and rear propeller shaftsLLLLLLLLLL
Body and chassisLLLLLLLLLLLLLL
Front wheel bearingsRepack bearings when replacing front brake pads.Power steering fluidRRR
Tires (inspect and rotate)IIIIIIIIIIIIII
Suspension and steeringIIIIIIIIIIIIIIBrakes/ClutchBrake discs; calipers and padsIIIIIII
Brake drums, wheel cylinders and liningsIIIIIIIBrake lines and hosesIIIIIIIIIIIIIIParking brakeIIIIIIIBrake pedal playIIIIIIIClutch pedal playIIIIIIIClutch pedal spring, bushing and clevis pinLLLLLLL
Clutch lines and hosesIII
Check oil and coolant level at each fuel stop.
Under severe driving conditions, service these items more often. These c\
onditions are: Service for severe driving conditions

208 Care and Maintenance
Promptly take any safety
problems to your Honda dealer
for service advice.
Parking
brake — Park on a fairly
steep hill and hold the vehicle
with the parking brake only. This
checks its holding ability.
Starter safety switch (automatic
transmission) —
Check the safety
switch by trying to start the
engine in each gear. The starter
should work only with the shift
lever in the “P” (Park) or “N”
(Neutral) position.
Starter safety switch (manual
transmission) —
To check the
safety switch, place the shift lever
in “Neutral,” push the clutch
pedal halfway and try to start the
engine. The starter should not
work. The starter should work only when the clutch pedal is fully
depressed.
Transmission shift indicator
(automatic transmission)
—
Check that the indicator points to
the gear chosen.
Steering — Be alert for any
changes in steering action. An
inspection or service is needed
when the steering wheel is harder
to turn or has too much free play,
or if there are unusual sounds
when turning or parking.
Wheel alignment, balance and
tires —
Uneven or abnormal tire
wear, or pulling to the right or left
on a straight and level road may
show the need for a wheel
alignment. A vibration of the
steering wheel or seat at normal
highway speeds means wheel balancing is needed. Check tire
pressures (including the spare) at
least monthly and whenever the
vehicle is serviced (see page 163).
Brakes — Watch for the
“
BRAKE” light coming on. Other
signs of possible brake trouble are
such things as repeated pulling to
one side when braking, unusual
sounds when braking or between
brake applications, or increased
brake pedal travel. If you note one
of these conditions, have the
system checked at once and
repaired if needed.
Owner Safety Checks

222Care and Maintenance
Front (4WD Only) and Rear
Propeller Shaft
Lubricate the sliding yoke with
EP chassis grease. Lubricate
universal joints with grease
containing MoS
2 (molybdenum
disulfide-type grease) at the
intervals shown in the
Maintenance Schedule. Also
check the propeller shaft
flange-to-pinion bolts for proper
torque of 64 N⋅ m (46.3 lb-ft).
Most lubrication recommendations
and procedures for four-wheel drive-
equipped vehicles are the same
for the corresponding components
in conventional drive vehicles.
Exhaust System
Check the complete exhaust
system and nearby body areas for
damaged, missing, or
mispositioned parts, open seams, holes, loose connections, or other
deterioration that could allow
exhaust fumes to seep into the
passenger compartment or cause
heat build-up in the floor pan. Any
necessary corrections should be
made immediately. For continued
safety, exhaust system pipes and
resonators rearward of the muffler
must be replaced whenever a new
muffler is installed.
Fuel Line and Fuel Tank/Cap
Inspect the fuel tank, cap and lines
for damage that could cause
leakage. Inspect the fuel cap and
gasket for correct sealing ability
and indications of physical
damage. Replace any damaged or
malfunctioning parts.
Drive Belt
Check the belt driving the
alternator, power steering pump,
and air conditioning compressor.
Look for cracks, fraying, and
wear. Replace as necessary.
Timing Belt
The timing belt should normally
be replaced at the intervals shown
in the Maintenance Schedule.
Valve Clearance
Incorrect valve clearance will
result in increased engine noise
and lower engine output, thereby
adversely affecting engine
performance.

223Care and Maintenance
Spark Plugs
Replace the spark plugs with the
type specified in the “Technical
Data” section.
Clutch
Check the clutch play at the pedal.
Lubricate the clutch pedal bushing
and clevis pin, at the intervals
shown in the Maintenance
Schedule, with water-resistant
chassis lubricant. If you hear a
squeaking noise coming from the
area of the bushing or clevis pin at
the clutch pedal arm when the
clutch pedal is depressed,
lubricate it with water-resistant
EP
chassis grease.
Check the fluid level in the clutch
reservoir at the interval shown in
the Maintenance Schedule. If the
fluid is low in the reservoir, it should be filled to the maximum
level line with
DOT-3 or DOT-4
fluid.
Fluid or Lubricant Levels
Check the fluid or lubricant level
in the brake master cylinder,
clutch master cylinder, power
steering reservoir, rear axle,
engine and transmission,
windshield washer reservoir and
engine coolant at specified
intervals.
Power Steering
Check the fluid level in the power
steering fluid reservoir as
recommended in the Maintenance
Schedule. The fluid level should
be between the “
MIN” and
“
MAX” marks on the reservoir.
Use only automatic transmission
fluid labeled
DEXRON III.

238Technical Data
Front Suspension
Independent wishbone arms, torsion bar springs with
stabilizer bar.
Front Wheel Alignment
Toe-in2

2 mm (0.08 in.)–
Camber0°
30No more than 30 
side-to-side variation
Caster2
30 
45No more than 30 
side-to-side variation
Rear Suspension
5-link, coil spring type with stabilizer bar and direct
double-acting shock absorbers.
Rear Wheel Alignment
Toe-in0
5 mm (0.2 in.)
Camber0°
1°
Toe-Axis
1

Steering
Rack and pinion.
Service Brake
Hydraulic Front: Disc brake.
Rear: Self-adjusting drum brake, leading-trailing (2
WD model).
Disc brake (4
WD model).
Parking Brake
Mechanical, operating on rear wheels (2
WD model).
Mechanical, drum in disc, duo-servo, manual-adjusting,
operating on rear wheels (4
WD model).
Battery
Voltage (V)12
Cold-cranking performance (Amp)600
Reserve capacity (Min.)125
BCI group no.24

255
A
ABS.
See Anti-Lock Brake
System
Accessories, Installation
173. . . .
ACCESSORY
(Ignition Key Position)101. . . . .

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Airbags (SRS)7. . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Air Cleaner Filter170, 214. . . . . .
Air Conditioning Maintenance
221. . . . . . . . . . .
Usage
120. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air Filter. See Air Cleaner Filter
Air Outlets (Vents)
124. . . . . . . . .
Air Pressure, Tires
239. . . . . . . . . Alcohol and Driving
4. . . . . . . .
Alcohol in Gasoline
200. . . . . . . .
Alternator Belt. See Drive Belts
Antifreeze
217. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti-Lock Brake System Indicator
67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation
159. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti-Theft Steering Column Lock
102. . . .
System
152. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appearance Care. See Cleaning
Ashtray
116. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assist Grip
115. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio System
125. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic Transmission
76. . . .
Capacity, Fluid
237. . . . . . . . . .
Driving Pattern Selector
81. .
Fluid Temperature Indicator
70
Oil Temperature Indicator70.
Shift Lever Position Indicator
76. . . . . . .
Shift Lock
78. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transfer Control, 4
WD80. . .
B
Battery198. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charging System Indicator
62
Jump Starting184. . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance
198. . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications
238. . . . . . . . . .
Before Driving
156. . . . . . . . . . . .
Belts, Seat
6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Additional Information
41. . .
Beverage Holder
113. . . . . . . . . .
Body Repair
225. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes Anti-Lock Brake System
159. .
Brake System Indicator
61. . .
Index

257

Controls Near
the Steering Wheel
Hazard Warning
76. . . . . . . . .
Headlights
72. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Illumination Control
73. . . . .
Rear Window Defogger
74. . .
Steering Wheel Adjustment
115
Turn Signals75. . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield Wiper/Washer
70.
Rear Window Wiper/ Washer
74. . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant Adding
218. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacity
236. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking
217. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Proper Solution
218. . . . . . . . .
Temperature Gauge
60. . . . . .
Corrosion Protection
225. . . . . . .
Courtesy Lights
112. . . . . . . . . . . Crankcase Emissions
Control System
249. . . . . . . . . .
Cruise Control Operation
147. . . .
Customer Relations Information
246. . . . . . . . . . . . .
D
DANGER, Explanation ofiv. . . .
Dashboard
56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Defects, Reporting Safety
248. . .
Defogger, Rear Window
74. . . .
Defrosting the Windows
122. . . .

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Dimensions243. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dimming the Headlights
72. . . .
Dipstick, Engine Oil
200, 213. . .
Directional Signals
75. . . . . . . . . Disc Brake Wear Indicators
162. .
Dome Light
111. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Door Locks
9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power
104. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Doors, Close and Lock
10. . . . . .
DOT Tire Quality Grading
251. . .
Downshifting, 5-Speed Manual Transmission
84. . . . .
Drive Belts
222. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving, On-Road Fuel Economy
170. . . . . . . . . .
In Bad Weather
168. . . . . . . . .
In Foreign Countries
173. . . . .
On Slippery Surfaces
162. . . . .
E
Economy, Fuel170. . . . . . . . . . . .
EGR System
250. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency Brake
86. . . . . . . . . .

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Emergency Flashers76. . . . . . . .
Emergency, In Case of
183. . . . . .
Charging System Indicator
62
Check Engine Light63. . . . . .
Checking the Fuses
193. . . . . .
Engine Overheating
190. . . . . .
Jump Starting
184. . . . . . . . . . .
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
63
Oil Pressure Indicator65. . . .
Emissions Controls
248. . . . . . . .
Engine Belts
222. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Break-in
158. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Light
63. . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant Temperature Gauge
60
Identification Number232. . . .
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
63
Oil Capacity
235. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recommendation
198. . . . . . Oil Pressure Indicator
65. . . .
Specifications
235. . . . . . . . . .
Starting
157. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ethanol in Gasoline
201. . . . . . . .
Evaporative Emissions Controls
249. . . . . . .
Exhaust Fumes
47. . . . . . . . . . . .
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by
16. . . . . .
Exterior, Cleaning the
224. . . . . .
F
Fabric, Cleaning. See Interior Cleaning
Fan Control Lever
121. . . . . . . . .
Features, Comfort and Convenience
119. .
Filling the Fuel Tank
197. . . . . . . Filters
Air
214. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil
212. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-Speed Manual Transmission Checking Fluid Level
215. . . .
Shifting
83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flashers, Hazard Warning
76. . .
Flat Tire, Changing a
186. . . . . . .
Fluids Automatic Transmission
216. .
Capacity
237. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake
219. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clutch
223. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-Speed Manual Transmission
215. . . . . . . . . .
Capacity
237. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Steering
223. . . . . . . . . .
Windshield Washer
71. . . . . .
FM Stereo Radio Reception
136. . . . . . . . .
Folding the Rear Seat
94. . . . . . .